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BUILDING INSPECTOR 3 – City of Burnaby

The goal of the City of Burnaby and its employees is to consistently deliver first class service and services to our community.  With this in mind, we hire people who share the same passion, those with the drive and determination to grow with and contribute to our already exceptional team.  People like you!

Competition No: 2019-282

This is building inspectional and regulatory work at the full working level. An employee of this class inspects large or complex residential, commercial and industrial construction, repairs or alterations to ensure compliance with Building and Zoning by-laws and BC Building Code. Field work involves inspecting construction to ensure that design, material and safety features meet or exceed codes and standards and conform to approved plans. Discusses construction, alteration and repair matters with contractors, property owners and other interested parties; interprets applicable by law requirements; advises architects, engineers, owners, contractors and tradespersons of construction changes or corrections required and checks to ensure that deficiencies are corrected; renders technical assistance as required. Ensures builder has obtained all necessary service and utility inspections and clearances before passing building for framing and occupancy. Surveys fire damaged buildings prior to repair. Prepares reports on inspections and issues inspection notices and gives factual evidence in court as required. Performs related work as required.

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Closing Date: Monday, December 16, 2019      

Agent du bâtiment – Gouvernement du Nunavut

Ministère des Services communautaires et gouvernementaux

Vous êtes un agent du bâtiment d’expérience reconnu au niveau territorial ou provincial? Vous pouvez agir comme champion de la sécurité des bâtiments du gouvernement du Nunavut et de leur conformité aux codes et normes pertinents? Si tel est le cas, voici l’occasion de prendre la nouvelle étape de votre carrière en réglementation.

Basé à Rankin Inlet, NU, et relevant de la ou du chef du service du bâtiment, vous ferez partie de l’équipe territoriale d’agentes et d’agents de réglementation, laquelle est responsable d’élaborer et de mettre en œuvre des programmes de conformité au Code national du bâtiment du Canada (CNB), au Code national de la plomberie du Canada (CNP) ainsi qu’aux autres codes et normes en vigueur en vertu de la Loi sur le Code du bâtiment du Nunavut. À ce poste, vous travaillerez de façon indépendante aussi bien qu’en équipe, sous la supervision de la ou du chef du service du bâtiment.

À titre d’agent de réglementation, vous veillerez à l’atteinte du principal objectif de la Loi sur le Code du bâtiment : faire en sorte que tous les nouveaux bâtiments soient sécuritaires et conformes au CNB, au CNP ainsi qu’aux codes et normes adoptés par le territoire. Les bâtiments visés par ces programmes comprennent des usines d’assemblage, des établissements institutionnels, commerciaux et industriels ainsi que des bâtiments résidentiels, de taille et de conception diverses sur le plan de la complexité. En tant qu’agent du bâtiment, vous donnerez des conseils et ferez des recommandations concernant l’élaboration de politiques et de programmes, l’engagement des intervenants et la résolution des problèmes, et vous participerez également à la préparation de documents d’information destinés à la population et à la communication de l’information, tout en répondant aux demandes de renseignements

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Date de clôture : 10 Janvier 2020

Building Official – Government of Nunavut

Department of Community and Government Services

Are you a territorially and/or provincially qualified and experienced Building Official? Can you champion the safety of Government of Nunavut buildings and their compliance with related codes and standards? If so, here’s your opportunity to take the next step in your regulatory career.

Based in Rankin Inlet, NU, and reporting to the Chief Building Official (CBO), you will serve as part of the team of territorial regulatory officials responsible for the design and delivery of compliance programming under the National Building Code of Canada (NBC), the National Plumbing Code of Canada (NPC) and other adopted codes or standards pursuant to the Nunavut Building Code Act (BCA). In this role, you will work both independently and as a team member under the supervision of the CBO.

As a regulatory official, you will be responsible for administering the principal objective of the BCA, ensuring all new buildings are safe and compliant with the NBC, NPC, and other codes or standards adopted by the territory. Buildings include those used for assembly, institutional, residential, commercial, mercantile and industrial occupancy, and range from simple to complex in size and design. As a Building Official, you will provide advice and recommendations on policy and program development, stakeholder engagement and issues resolutions, as well as contribute toward the development of public information and to information dissemination, while responding to information requests.

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Closing Date: January 10, 2020

Commercial Plans Reviewer – District of North Vancouver

(2 Temporary Full-Time 12-Month Opportunities)

Stretching from Deep Cove in the east to the Capilano River Canyon in the west, the District of North Vancouver is characterized by innovative municipal government that maintains and enhances the quality of life for its residents and businesses. Fuelled by the District’s award-winning vision to build vibrant and sustainable communities for people of all ages and backgrounds, the District offers exciting professional development opportunities and an excellent total compensation package. A flexible, family-friendly employer with an inclusive work place culture, we are looking to fill this position. Come work for one of BC’s Top Employers and contribute to making this a great place to work!

The District of North Vancouver is looking for adaptable, self-motivated, customer-service oriented individuals for two 12-month temporary full-time opportunities as Commercial Plans Reviewers. In these positions, you will be responsible for the examination and checking of plans and permit applications for commercial, industrial and multi-family residential buildings to ensure compliance to building and zoning bylaws and related regulations including the BC Building Code; and processing of building permit issuances and rejections. You will also discuss construction, alteration and repair matters with contractors, engineers, architects, homeowners and the public; interpret requirements; advise on required changes and/or corrections; and determine compliance.

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Closing Date: December 16, 2019

Building Official – Regional District of Nanaimo

The Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN) is one of 28 regional districts in the Province of British Columbia. Regional Districts across the Province strive to ensure all provincial residents have an effective form of local government, while also representing municipal residents on regional issues. The RDN provides regional governance and services to the municipalities of Nanaimo, Lantzville, Parksville, and Qualicum Beach, as well as seven unincorporated Electoral Areas. Established in 1967, the RDN is British Columbia’s fifth most populous Regional District and home to more than 155,000 people.

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Closing Date: December 24th, 2019

Assistant Chief Building Inspector – City of Burnaby

As the third largest City in British Columbia, the City of Burnaby is committed to creating and sustaining the best quality of life for our entire community. As a City, we provide facilities and services that support a safe, connected, inclusive, healthy and dynamic community. With this in mind, comes great responsibility – we seek likeminded individuals who are passionate about the community, work with integrity and respect, and are innovative when it comes to the work and services Burnaby provides to our citizens.

The City of Burnaby is actively recruiting two Assistant Chief Building Inspectors for our Planning and Building Division. As a key member of the Building Departments senior leadership team, you will have the opportunity to grow your skill set across a multitude of departmental areas such as Business Process Initiatives, Plan Checking, Customer Service, Inspections and Bylaw Enforcement. This position ensures consistent enforcement of applicable statues and acts as a technical resource in the area of building regulations. The Assistant Chief Building Inspector also supervises and leads a staff team. This is an exciting opportunity to secure a role in a leadership capacity which will allow you to master all facets of the Building Division.

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Closing Date: March 31, 2020

Factory Inspector – QAI Laboratories

Job Description

QAI laboratories is a testing, inspection and certification organization providing services to manufacturers of Electrical Products, Building Products, Vehicles, Factory Built Structures and other regulated products. Recognition of the QAI name and logo have grown significantly over the past few years resulting in the significant expansion of the business.

As such, we are currently seeking a qualified individual to join our growing Inspection Department.

Reporting to the Inspector Manager, the role of Factory Inspector involves, but not limited to:

• Perform inspections of manufacturing facilities to ascertain conformance of those facilities with specific quality and manufacturing requirements. Inspection of products such as building materials, plumbing and gas components, electrical components and other products as may be required by QAI.
• Maintains a high level of technical competence in the field of inspection.
• Manages day-to-day activities with respect to scheduling and reporting.
• Write inspection reports detailing evidence viewed during inspections and recording any identified issues.
• Become familiar with the QAI quality system and procedures, learn to use QAI inspection report templates and follow QAI’s inspection procedures.

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Closing Date: Open until filled

Building and Plumbing Official – Level 3, 2, 1 or “in training” – Regional District of Kootenay Boundary

The Regional District of Kootenay Boundary (RDKB) is located in the southern interior of British Columbia. Surrounded by mountains, lakes and rivers, this region is abundant in breathtaking vistas and endless adventures, not to mention a burgeoning arts & culture scene. The RDKB administration office is located in Trail, BC, and when combined with the nearby communities of Warfield, Montrose, Fruitvale and the resort community of Rossland have a population base of approximately 20,000 people. The area is well known for its downhill and cross-country skiing and mountain biking.

The RDKB delivers services in the areas of building inspection, regional planning, protective services, liquid and solid waste management, and recreation and culture. We invite you to bring your skills, passion and expertise to help us continue to provide a professional level of governance that is both responsive and accountable to the needs of our regional communities. We offer competitive salaries; excellent benefit packages; a municipal pension plan; and varied opportunities for professional growth and development.

Our Building Inspection Services Department in Grand Forks, BC is currently seeking a:

Building and Plumbing Official – Level 3, 2, 1 or “in training”

Permanent Full Time

Click here to view Job details Building and Plumbing Official – Level 3, 2, 1- RDKB

Closing Date: Open until filled

Manager, Building Inspection – Capital Regional District

Make a difference and become a part of the Capital Regional District’s vibrant future! Located in one of the world’s premier places to live, work and visit, the Capital Regional District (CRD) strives to create liveable, vibrant communities, practice exemplary environmental stewardship and build a prosperous and sustainable economy. We are an outcome driven, high performance organization respected for its commitment to the citizens we service and the services we provide.

Position Purpose

The Manager, Building Inspection is an operational position that provides oversight of the building inspection function ensuring effective and efficient service delivery.

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Closing Date: Open until filled

Building Inspector – Thompson-Nicola Regional District (TNRD)

Encompassing an unparalleled geographic region in the heart of British Columbia, the Thompson-Nicola Regional District (TNRD) offers the best of both worlds. Urban life within vibrant communities and outlying rural regions that showcase the region’s beauty – pristine but rugged mountains, rolling grasslands, lush evergreen forests, with both historic and modern areas offering a variety of recreational pursuits, all within 45,000 square kilometres. Headquartered in the City of Kamloops, the TNRD provides a wide range of local government services to the population of 130,000 living within its 11 diverse municipalities and 10 electoral areas.

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Closing Date: Open until filled